Single/Multi-Class Jurisdiction

Multi Class - X - However, marks for textile goods require a separate application for each group within classes 22-27 if mark consists of letters &/or numbers

Can services be registered

Yes

Can Convention priority be claimed

Yes- applicant can claim priority of up to 6 months as per the convention

Is the International Classification

Yes - Nice Classification. 

Documentation required to file
  • Certified copy of the priority document to be filed within 3 months from the date of the application. 
Opposition period after publication

 2 months from the date of publication.  

Renewal due

A registered trademark is valid for an initial period of seven (07) years from the date of filing and renewable thereafter for successive periods of Ten (10) years.

Grace Period

A grace period of 6 months with late fees. 

Documents required to renew

Power of Attorney simply signed. 

Proof of use due

None due

Documents required to file proof of use

 N/A

Can be struck off for non-use

A mark becomes vulnerable to an action for cancellation if it not been used in the preceding 5 years

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